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MEcon Economics

1 Year On Campus Masters Program

University of Otago

Program Overview

The Master of Economics (MEcon) will equip students to be either professional practitioners or academic researchers in the field of Economics. It can also provide a pathway to doctoral-level study in Economics. The degree consists of both coursework and a research dissertation. The normal admission requirement is a Bachelor s degree majoring in Economics and an average grade of at least B+ for the relevant 300-level papers. Candidates should have also completed 300-level papers in mathematical economics and econometrics. Admission on the basis of alternative qualifications and experience is possible. The Master of Economics can be completed in one year of full-time, or its equivalent in part-time, study. You may begin the MEcon degree in first or second semester.

Program Key Stats

$43073 (Annual cost)



Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

A bachelor's degree, or a first-class or upper second-class honours degree in the same area of study, or a related discipline, as your intended area of research, academic transcripts, ECE, and proof of identity, A detailed research proposal, An up-to date CV, IELTS of 6.5 in the academic module (with no individual band below 6.0), TOEFL ibT of 95 with a minimum writing score of 22, CAE/CPE of 176, (PTE) Academicof 64 with no communicative skills score below 57, EPAP Grade C or higher.

Career Options

  • Economics Teachers - Postsecondary
  • Economists
  • Loan Officers
  • Credit Analysts
  • Sales Managers
  • Survey Researchers
  • Treasurers and Controllers

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